Police are investigating after two women were badly hurt while horse riding in Tadworth recently.

The incident happened in the Dorking Road and New Road area of Tadworth at around 12.40pm yesterday (February 28), and witnessed two women rushed to hospital with what were described as "serious injuries".

A police statement on what happened said both women continued to receive treatment in hospital for their injuries as officers appealed to the public for more information.

In it, a spokesperson for Surrey Police said the area was known to be popular with dog walkers as they urged people to get in touch.

"An investigation to establish the circumstances which led to the women’s injuries remains ongoing.

"We believe someone may have witnessed the incident as the area is popular with dog walkers.

"If you have any information which could help, please contact us quoting incident reference number P21042466..."